Separated, unmarried Russian couple owe debts.

Couple has, among other children, a one and one-half year old Son.

Couple has a history of “mistreating” their children.

Father needs to travel to obtain funds to help pay off debts.

To secure performance of Father’s promise to pay, Father deposits with creditor as collateral … Son.

Authorities forcibly rescue Son.

Couple may face action to terminate their parental rights to Son.

Son will go into child protective custody.

Read more in this Russia Today article: Father hands his baby son over for debts.